Clara’s POV"Does this mean it’s settled?" Mr. Sterling’s voice was full of hope, his eyes bright as he looked between me and Kiran.My heart plummeted. "No," I blurted out, the word feeling like a gasp for air. "I... I don’t think I want to get married right now."Mr. Sterling’s smile faded, but he nodded kindly. "It’s okay, child. I’m not forcing you. If that is your choice, it is totally fine."I let out a breath of relief, but it was cut short when I caught Mrs.Victoria’s gaze. She was staring at me with a look so sharp it felt like a physical blow. She didn't say a word, but her silence was a death sentence.After dinner, I hurried to the kitchen to help the head maid with the dishes, desperate to hide. until the heavy swinging door slammed against the wall. I turn around, my heart leaping into my throat.Mrs. Victoria stood there, her face a mask of cold, aristocratic fury.Before I could even mutter a greeting, her hand blurred through the air.SLAP."Ma'am, I—" I started, my
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